Austin Vogel
Meridian
Summary
Motivated individual with a passion for hands-on learning and skill development. Constantly striving to beat expectations and to push forward to the end goal through adaptability and hard work. Efficiency is key in all aspects of the job. A great attitude with a leadership mentality to all tasks given.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Manager/Butcher
Whole Foods Market, Bozeman
Bozeman, MT
01.2023 - 01.2026
- Supervised day to day operations, ensuring quality standards and store operating processes.
- Trained and mentored team members to enhance productivity and customer service skills. Provide knowledge on proper way of breaking down product.
- Implemented strategies to improve sales performance and customer engagement initiatives. Introducing new recipe opportunities to move product.
- Conducted regular audits of store displays, maintaining visual merchandising standards.
- Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
- Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new employees to maintain adequate staffing levels.
Lead Prepared Foods Cook
Whole Foods Market, Boise
Boise, ID
08.2018 - 01.2023
- Held accountability for staff training programs to enhance culinary skills and service efficiency.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing waste and optimizing supply chain flow.
- Executed recipe strategies, focusing on seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
- Oversaw daily food preparation activities, maintaining consistency in quality and presentation.
- Consistently met or exceeded local health department inspection requirements through diligent adherence to safety protocols and maintaining thorough documentation records.
Kitchen Manager
Bardenay, Eagle
Eagle, ID
06.2011 - 06.2018
- Led kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Implemented menu design strategies, collaborating with the Executive chef for daily specials.
- Fostered a positive team environment through effective communication and conflict resolution strategies.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and optimizing staff scheduling.
- Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
- Achieved rapid ticket times during peak service hours by effectively managing workflow distribution across various stations. Efficiency is key.
Education
High School Diploma -
Eagle High School
Eagle, IDSkills
- Highly Motivated
- Efficient
- Strong leadership
- Fast Learner
- Goal-oriented
- Observant and Focused
- Hands-on worker
- "Lets get it done" attitude
Timeline
Assistant Manager/Butcher
Whole Foods Market, Bozeman
01.2023 - 01.2026
Lead Prepared Foods Cook
Whole Foods Market, Boise
08.2018 - 01.2023
Kitchen Manager
Bardenay, Eagle
06.2011 - 06.2018
High School Diploma -
Eagle High School